Together, these findings suggest that ferulic acid can act as a natural regulator of intestinal motility. By reducing excessive smooth muscle activity, the compound could potentially help calm ...

The digestive system, particularly the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, is one of the body’s largest and most complex systems, running from the mouth all the way to the anus. It includes organs such as ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Irritable bowel syndrome with ...

When you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), avoiding foods that trigger symptoms is part of daily life. Coffee has a reputation as a bowel stimulant, but the link between coffee and IBS isn’t ...

Some people cut out so many foods, for fear of triggering gut symptoms, that it makes their digestive problems worse, experts say ...

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a condition that affects the large intestine and can cause abdominal discomfort, constipation, and diarrhea. An estimated 10-15% of adults have the condition, ...

There is no known cure for IBS, but some treatments can reduce and manage symptoms. These treatments include combinations of diet, medications, fiber supplements, lifestyle modifications, and ...

A recent study by Chey and colleagues, published in Gastroenterology, reviews the latest behavioral and diet therapies for irritable bowel syndrome, a chronic gastrointestinal condition affecting over ...

Irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis are chronic conditions that affect the digestive tract. These conditions may have similar symptoms, but there are important differences in how they’re ...

A new mouse study found a gastrointestinal bacterial infection breaks the protective lining of the colon, making it more susceptible to food allergens. Getty Images Irritable bowel syndrome, otherwise ...